10 Most Beloved LEGO Technic Sets of all Time

[@Andrew315]

It’s crazy how much I learn about lego technic with this channel

[@Unbrickme]

i'm glad you like it

[@iPhone3GS_68]

Ik

[@Matt_H_26]

Just got my Sian delivered yesterday. I haven't had a new Lego set since the early 90's. It's a beast! The quality of the packaging is incredible, it was nearly a shame to open it. Just started on the gearbox last night and I can't believe how someone came up with how to make it work!

[@stijnd5268]

Surprised 42009 isn't in here, still one of my favorite sets of all time

[@Unbrickme]

the mobile crane mk 2 is awesome!

[@stijnd5268]

@@Unbrickme Yeah, especially for it (at its time)evolutionary 162 gears.

[@Skankhunt-cf6uh]

How you can put the lamborghini inthis list. It has a lot of problems like color differencies the wrong body shell color. And besides that it is not a lego technic set because it has no real functions (i dont count the gearbox as a function)

[@myrealusername2193]

I liked it too, I just had a problem with the L motor that made it unable to use most of the functions. My favorite was actually 42006 but I’m probably biased because it was my first technic set

[@stijnd5268]

@@myrealusername2193 I never had any problems with the L motor, all function are still working fine after several rebuilds, maybe you got a faulty one or put the gears to tight?

[@jasonhindman3560]

I disagree the osprey grinds the gears while it is spining

[@Unbrickme]

but you could fix that issue extremely easily, and the set is rare and canceled. if it weren't cancelled it would not be number 1

[@wolkaiserdrake9946]

its actually been proven that doesnt grind the gears as badly as people make it out to be, its the fact it uses small gears

[@gamingbuildingandcubing5644]

@@Unbrickme but you also said that its the most overpriced set in another video you mention at the end

[@demomann9126]

Airtech Claw Rig. For those who have been around a lot longer, and know the history of LEGO and technic, the Airtech Claw Rig 8868, is the best technic set of all time. So much functionality, nothing wasted on just looks, but it's all there to do something. No set since has surpassed it. I have no use for the modern car set, where all the gears are hidden, and large pieces around the outside there just for looks.

[@free_spirit1]

Sadly I never had one of these. My parents bought me the 8064 model, which, although not as elaborate as some of these was so stimulating to my young mind. I remember so many of the creations I made, the mechanisms I put in them, the emotions I felt as a child, designing and creating stuff, both system and technic. I remember what I felt making return to center steering, getting my first differential in the mail, or encasing some translucent 1x1s in clear window pieces, pretending it was gem stones and looking at them glisten in the sun. And I always wanted more lego. Ironically the fact that I only had a few sets actually made me more creative than had I had more.

[@parazels83]

I wouldn't include the bulldozer, lime green jeep and Osprey in the list. Instead I would include that yellow 4in1 set with a Control Center and 2 motors.

[@Unbrickme]

wait which set is the yellow 4 in 1?

[@parazels83]

@@Unbrickme 8094

[@Unbrickme]

parazels83 that set is epic!!!! Maybe I should’ve included the control Centre 2 set

[@LuxFlightSimmer]

my top 3: 3: 42054 Claas Xerion 2: 42043 Mercedes Arocs 1: 42110 LR Defender These are my three favourite Technic sets EVER!

[@Unbrickme]

Great choices!

[@patchoudhury4255]

Love your rating! Definitely have my eye on the Lamborghini Sian! That gear box looks amazing 😍

[@Unbrickme]

Thanks! Good choice!

[@suspense_comix3237]

I wish LEGO Technic would remake the LEGO Technic 8480 but in today's standards (Studless and includes Powered Up/Control+)

[@ninjabrickdesigns3092]

The 8466 4x4 off-roader and the formula off-roader are my favorite sets.

[@Unbrickme]

Those are awesome

[@ninjabrickdesigns3092]

@@Unbrickme I know, right!!

[@dylanfgarrison]

Awesome video! I loved lego as a kid. I was lucky enough to get one motorized technic set sometime in the early 90s. It came with a motor and a very long battery pack controller of some kind. I believe I took three D batteries to operate. The instructions included several different things you could build. I recall lots of wheels and rubber bands along with the gears. :) I am now 41 years old and would like to get back into this hobby. I have decided to buy the excavator 8043 off Bricklink as my first set getting back into it. Seems really awesome. Does anyone have any thoughts on this?

[@aboveaveragebluesenjoyer9953]

Cool, I like the truck on the beach shot, beautiful!

[@Unbrickme]

thanks

[@aboveaveragebluesenjoyer9953]

@@Unbrickme yeah man that was sick.

[@xpviking5067]

@Unbrickme Does your 6x6 articulated Hauler's smart hub flash red and blue for you when it drives? Im just wondering because my volvo's smart hub does that.

[@Unbrickme]

it doesn't flash red, you should probably change the batteries

[@xpviking5067]

I just got the set with new batteries. But i did get a pop up when i was playing it saying needing new batteries

[@WallOBrix]

Awesome! Some of these look so cool

[@Unbrickme]

which one of these is your favorite?

[@WallOBrix]

@@Unbrickme I liked the tractor

[@zaxisontherun]

In this video : 42054 is beloved Me : 42102 is my beloved set since i got it last year

[@wolkaiserdrake9946]

would have though the robo riders or bionicles would have been on this list, those were under the technic name when released

[@Unbrickme]

those sets are epic! Unfortunately they're not very highly rated on brickset

[@yusufkhalil-m7k]

These prices are absolutely ridiculous! (I subbed to support you)

[@СингонияКубическая]

Anyone remembers 8455 Backhoe Loader with tons of pneumatics and 8421 - The Crane?

[@zakariajami1625]

Thanks unbrickme

[@CatOnTheCouch]

The 8082 multi control set from 1993 is a hidden gem, you can build an Osprey out of it(also can be a car, a rabbit or a forklift), complete with remote control functionalities. The forklift mode features remote function shifting, thanks to the micro motor.

[@pocok5000]

that was my second ever technic set and loved it. I don't recall the rabbit thou lol

[@BrixDownUnder]

Hello, really awesome video! I've been subbed since 5K, and I just wanted to know if I could use a clip of you saying 'legendary' for one of my videos? Because one of my parts is from the 8880 Super Car which is considered to be a huge step for LEGO technic. The part is 'Technic, Steering Arm 6.5 x 2 with Tow Ball Socket Squared, Un-Chamfered'. Thanks for reviewing these sets!

[@Unbrickme]

Yes! You can definitely use that clip of me as long as you give me full credit

[@BrixDownUnder]

@@Unbrickme thank you so much!!! Of course I will, you’re channel is awesome!

[@TechnicMOC]

Thanks for share bro! i love its too!

[@kgee2111]

The Heavy Duty Tow Truck # 42128 is the absolute best! Check it out.

[@invaderofthemillenium7286]

V-22 osprey was a no brainer..... but its price is ludicrous

[@Unbrickme]

yeah its very expensive, lego needs to rerelease the osprey

[@invaderofthemillenium7286]

@@Unbrickme 100%

[@Helperbot-2000]

2:19 i dont remember it being that hard, i built it when i was 7, and i only needed a bit of help from my dad with the cables

[@monjazebr]

I disagree with the Lego 42113 Bell Osprey. The gear box has flaws and it grinds the gears. I would have not bought this set even for its original price. There is no WOW factor in this set.

[@Unbrickme]

yeah but the main reason is that, the set is cancelled and became a desired collectible

[@monjazebr]

@@Unbrickme Yes, but for whom? As a AFOL, I love Lego technic sets with multiple functions, especially when the functions are new or somehow different from the pervious sets. I love the fact that I can make old sets with my collection of technic pieces because they do not require new pieces. One of my favorite technic set is 8258 which it costs too much to buy even for a used one. However, I managed to build it entirely with my technic pieces from my other sets. Nowadays, Lego introduces new pieces every year to force us to buy the set. They even make those pieces unavailable for buying individually. I have way too many Lego sets where I have to be very selective when I buy a new one.

[@h734802]

9398 Some minor mods with no extra parts and awesome playabilty indoor on books and yoga mattress on them

[@angelamcmahon]

Got 8868 for my son, he still has it but transmission gears snap, especially now they are old and brittle.

[@Unbrickme]

oh wow when did you get the 8868?

[@joshswenson8390]

I see you aren't counting Bionicle sets. I really like the Lamborghini.

[@jacobrosser2310]

Why was the osprey discontinued? I heard that it was because of an anti war group protesting it because it was used for some military uses but i don't know if that's true could someone tell me? Also i find it really sad they cancelled it because it looks like a set i would actually buy.

[@TheRocco96]

Lego does not make military vehicles or airplanes, except if it's fictional like Starwars or Marvel. The Osprey is a military airplane.

[@ryanchong4372]

they cancelled it because it was destroying the gears in the set i think

[@MegaMike1]

Wait why not 8421? 8421 is still good right?

[@Unbrickme]

It’s good yeah

[@JonasPetri]

Nice video Unbrickme!

[@Unbrickme]

thank you very much!

[@JonasPetri]

@@Unbrickme Also Unbrickme, are you on Rebrickable?

[@Unbrickme]

Im not sure what’s rebrickable

[@JonasPetri]

@@Unbrickme It's a very good site where you can share alt builds and motorizations of sets. You should register there.

[@MCFCity]

The Land Rover Defender imho is the best looking set

[@SquirrelLover...]

Great video thanks

[@Unbrickme]

No problem 👍 glad you enjoyed

[@radbot1]

I don't think the osprey is the number 1 most beloved set among Technic fans. That title consistently goes to the Arocs. But it's very nice to see legends like the air tech claw rig, the space shuttle and 8880 vx4 Daytona supercar on the list. They may been been surpassed in terms of complexity and functionality, but not by very much and these sets were absolute ground breakers when they were released. We have had small, incremental changes since, but those were massive leaps forward. The Arocs was a leap forward as well as 42100, but in the case of 42100 I'm not sure it was a leap in a direction that everyone liked. And I know you really like 8043, a lot of fans do, but I personally don't see it. There are three types of authenticity. One is looks, the second is functionally and the third is mechanically. 8043 may look authentic I guess, but this is Technic, for me personally I care about the mechanical and functional, 8043 is not mechanically realistic at all. The space shuttle gets a pass simply because you can't make a mechanically realistic space shuttle into a toy without burning down the house!

[@Unbrickme]

Thank you for the awesome comment and you make some great points!!! I don't think the 42100 was a huge leap forward. The set was big and remotely controlled, but it really didn't have anything special offered $450. For that price, I would expect some insane mechanisms, like a dual differential tank drive, or a motorized gearbox! Also the idea of having the chassis and the superstructure contain 2 separate hubs is just weird for a technic set. It's essentially 2 different and independent technic sets but connected together. It would've been much better if there was a hub in the top superstructure and the two independent axles for the tracks just came down from the superstructure through the turn table. Also it uses just one motor per one function, that is extremely basic, a little too basic for a $450 set. The 8043 is the best lego technic set in my opinion because it was the first one to introduce a fully remotely controlled motorized gearbox! It used just 4 motors to control 6 different functions (7 if you include the gearbox switching itself as a function). and it used to many genius mechanisms! it had so many gears but it was also so compact!!!

[@radbot1]

@@Unbrickme And thank you for the awesome reply and awesome videos 👍. For me it's all about mechanical authenticity. Many reviewers look at a model, say that it looks like the real thing and is therefore authentic. But to me that's not right for Technic. It's should be about the mechanical. Looks is for system and electronic is for mindstorms. If the real vehicle has dual tank drive differential gearbox then that's what I want to see. But if each track has its own drive motor in the real vehicle then that's what I want to see. I've never heard of a vehicle work using a multifunction gearbox or screw type actuators. That's why I love sets like 8868. Also 8880 for it's introduction of drive rings to make gearboxes more realistic. It's just a shame that in the 27 years since it was released we still only have the 16 and 20 tooth sizes. But that's just my opinion, different strokes for different folks 🙂

[@karlo0412]

I have Lamborghini Śian, i got it 2 weeks ago and I am realy happy with him

[@Unbrickme]

awesome

[@leafycrossing4755]

On the 50th anniversary of Lego Technic, how about they bring back some of the beloved Lego Technics!

[@zaxisontherun]

50th anniversary?Only 44 years

[@cukieras7413]

personally, my favorite sets are 9398 and 8070

[@LuxFlightSimmer]

i like the 9398 very much too :)

[@Obbliteration]

Whats the song at 0:20?

[@pocok5000]

i'm not a collector by any standard but I have three of these lol

[@Unbrickme]

Nice

[@pocok5000]

@@Unbrickme I've got the green barcode truck as a christmas present when I was 10. I found a cheap 8880 in a local shop at around 1999 and bought it from my first 4 months of allowance. I've bought a Sian last week as an investment, and I'm still not sure if I should open it up. I remember I was drooling a lot over the space shuttle and also the 1992 pneumatic truck when I was a kid. But at least I have 8082, which also includes the red micro motor.

[@krankenwagen7198]

6:00 damn this set( which i have) has 77 pieces

[@gamingbuildingandcubing5644]

Him: now another reason why this set is highly desired is because. Its a garbage truck

[@supercarsnaviation6148]

You can easily get the v22 in Portugal

[@Unbrickme]

For how much?

[@Klaevin]

the lamborghini sian might have been better than the porsche or the chiron, but I don't think it's a good set. I'm glad I got it for my birthday the other day, for 250€ becaue of the pieces, but it's not really good-looking and you can't show off, or play with the functions. I mean, you can activate the scissor doors and the spoiler and you can also make the paddles go click. but the lack of HOG means that you can't drive it, the suspensions are still too soft and the transmission and motor are too hidden to be enjoyed. there's also no point in the instructions where you get to play with the transmission and motor while they're still visible. I mean, I'm glad I got it for 250€; but I would be PISSED if I spent 450€ on it...

[@Brett_M]

Unbrickme where do you get cheap Lego technic sets.

[@Unbrickme]

bricklink

[@Brett_M]

Ok thanks 👍👍 I will try that.

[@janmusekamp3839]

I hate lego for cancelling the Osprey just because it’s based of of a military plane🤬🤬🤬

[@Lihtsleeper]

No rough terrain crane?

[@Unbrickme]

the sets on the list are more beloved than the rough terrain crane

[@casperhansen826]

I only have #9, #5, and #4, but I am fine, #1 is really not great, just rare!

[@stopmotionstuds8531]

LEGO should release the 8880 again

[@Unbrickme]

Definitely

[@jimsmith7475]

I have one, complete with box, very little damage, whats it worth to you?

[@Unbrickme]

Is the box sealed?

[@jimsmith7475]

Not a sealed box, but virtually undamaged considering it is nearly 30 years old

[@moisty_rabbit9873]

All these lego sets are above my pay grade.

[@Lihtsleeper]

No bucket wheel ?

[@Unbrickme]

these sets on the list are more beloved

[@Nitrox_909]

Sorry but the last two don't belong on this list. I've not seen anybody praising those sets. The bugatti and the lambo just aren't technik sets ... they're models. The Osprey is way to expensive with what it can do. Just look at the cargo plane. Nor do i know anybody who has bought this thing

[@potatolol4579]

I think you're confusing "beloved" with "rare and uncommon".. just saying.

[@Unbrickme]

Nah

[@potatolol4579]

Yeah

[@mariayanes1606]

People dont love the Bugatti technic then?

[@Unbrickme]

I mean the Bugatti is also loved, but it did have the sagging suspension problem

[@Julian-zy7xj]

I think the Bugatti looks better than the Lamborghini in my opinion.

[@Unbrickme]

perhaps but it has the sagging suspension problem

[@timothycole9232]

@@Unbrickme yh but the sian is so ugly and the colour is wrong

[@Unbrickme]

The wrong color is basically not visible from afar. Also it’s only most noticeable on the back of the car, so you can just present it from the front

[@timothycole9232]

@@Unbrickme but it's still ugly and way worse than the buggati with the saggy suspension

[@Unbrickme]

@@timothycole9232 beauty is subjective

[@zakariajami1625]

Sorry unbrickme I had 1 more thing to say can you go back one more time to the Ferrari video because I said something important

[@Unbrickme]

ok will do

[@denypetra]

Wow, you are posting the video very fast after the pool

[@Unbrickme]

:)

[@fruchtsaft8851]

The sian is horrible. If u have the handbook and the pictures lamborghini gave lego to make the modell, they wanted a complete other color, which lego has, but they decided to go with the frog green. Also all the blue pins are killing the optics of the set and like every other set its heavily overpriced.

[@danturner1104]

8455?

[@TomeRodrigo]

8865

[@lego_geekk]

hi

[@Unbrickme]

hello

[@thepicferret]

8043 gaming

[@Unbrickme]

8043 gaming?

[@thepicferret]

@@Unbrickme 8043 was always gaming, my favorite set of all time. Nothing will replace it

[@beanlets]

Why did you forget 8421? Imo that is no.1

[@Unbrickme]

that set is really awesome, but it didn't have a super high rating on brickset

[@beanlets]

It is often considered the progenitor to modern technic. Also, brickset ratings might have significant bias

[@Unbrickme]

Charles Kogan I agree the 8421 is an absolutely legendary lego technic set. I have a full review of that set on my channel in case you wanna check that out

[@beanlets]

I have seen that. It's fine, but if you take away nostalgia, it's a older, pneumatic version of 42009.

[@timothycole9232]

The sian is hated by a lot of lego fans I know as it's very ugly horrible colour

[@Unbrickme]

yes theres color issues but honestly theyre not as bad as most say